Regier was Maloney's Assistant GM with the Islanders.
That didn't work out so well.
You are correct, but to be fair though, that was 19 years ago and both have gained almost 4 decades of experience combined since then.
The Coyotes also are expected to announce a move in their scouting department sometime before the draft.
He can bide his time until another GM position opens up.
Depending on how thing go that might be internal
GMs are often fired for things beyond their control, at times where they really didn't do much wrong.
This offseason is not one of those times.
It's a crucial transition for a team struggling to make the playoffs with an aging core yet a handful of talented youngsters. I think how Maloney handles it will determine whether or not he's at the helm come next draft. It also will set the table for the entire run-up to the out clause. I really wouldn't fault the owners for firing him for botching it all.
If Doug Wilson ever hit the market I'd probably find any excuse to have him replace Maloney.
It will be interesting to see who DM hires. If DM is secure in his job outlook, he will hire the best available talent, even though it could be his replacement or he could loose him like Treveling. If he is less secure in his job, he will hire a lower level person, knowing he won't be an easy replacement should the owners become less then thrilled with DM. This will be an interesting hire....